Lauren Kristen Milks

Lauren Kristen Milks

also known as Lauren Dentone

5.0
Rating: 8.7

Licensed for 18 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at West Chester, PA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Family

17 East Gay Street, Suite 100, West Chester, PA

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Innovative Criminal Defense Practices ​Rooted in Experience & Perspective

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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 18 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 2007

Retired

No misconduct found

Location

Gawthrop Greenwood PC

17 East Gay Street, Suite 100, West Chester, PA, 19381

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Lauren Kristen Milks's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Practice Area Knowledge

Posted by Feisal | March 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Lauren Dentone is a Gem!

Lauren Dentone is an excellent attorney should anyone need a special and right kind of lawyer for anyone who would be looking for one! Lauren is a professional and great at what she knows and does. She helped me with my non-violent DUI case at the most difficult time of my life that potential could h...ave led to jail time. Yet she was able to help me with the case and resulted to no jail time. I paid that is reasonably priced. She is very organized and on the task like clock work! She also has excellent communication and well articulated! If anyone needs an effective attorney and presents results call Lauren Dentone! Worth every penny!

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Professional lawyer that put all the moving parts in place.

A recommendation that I am so glad I called. Lauren was able to calm me down regarding my son's case during his prison time. A drug & alcohol screening and a continuance in front of the judge was handled with her utmost confidence and experience. Follow up support contact reassured me I had chosen a ...terrific lawyer.

Posted by anonymous | May 11, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Expungement

Excellent Attorney

Lauren did an excellent job expunging several charges from my record. She thinks analytically and has a keen understanding of the Pennsylvania judicial system. I had a very positive experience and am happy I choose to hire her. Unlike some larger law firms, Lauren promptly responded to all of my conc...erns and kept me up to date on the progression of my case. I highly recommend her.

Posted by Michael | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Criminal case

I was facing criminal charges. I was informed it would be an uphill battle. The attorney who I thought would be handling the case informed me the day before the hearing that he had a conflict. I asked that he refer me to a very competent attorney to handle the case. That attorney was Lauren. She and ...I spoke over the phone for about 45 minutes the night before the hearing. I am certain she spent most of the rest of the evening researching the case law, and statutes. At the hearing she presented a defense so strong that the judge had no choice but to dismiss the case. I own a construction company, so I have worked with dozens of lawyers over the past 30 years, some of which are considered the best in the country. I can confidently say Lauren is definitely one of the best I have worked with. I could not more highly recommend her, she is that impressive.

Lauren Milks

Replied last February 02, 2018

Thank you so much for your review. I am so glad we were able to resolve this and have the charge dismissed.

Posted by Daniel | February 02, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Accused of driving with a suspended license!

My nightmare began when I received a letter on the mail by the court... I was being accused of driving under a suspend license, I was in shock, I didn't understand what was going on, specially since I was not driving anywhere because of my suspended license! I tried to reach up to the officer that wa...s accusing me and even left a voicemail, I never got a call back or any response... I tried to apply for a public defender since at the time of the accusation I was just starting a new job since I lost the 2 jobs I had, and spend all my savings on my DUI case and lawyer and fees, I was left with $5 on my account, lost my 2 jobs and still didn't qualify for a public defender... I was devastated, stressed out,angry and disappointed to know I was falsely accused by a cop, I was facing jail time and had no idea what I was going to do, thankfully I found lawyer Lauren Kristen Milks. Since the first time we met to talk about my case I knew I was in good hands, she really took her time to listen to my whole case and I could tell she really felt the dissapoiment and pain I was in. You can tell when a lawyer is there for you and to work for you, and when a lawyer just cares about the money and make you feel like you work for them. Lawyer Lauren Milks is the type of lawyer that really cares about her clients, and that sure does know how to do her job. After our first meeting I felt so much better, I knew she was more than capable to handle my case and win the case. At the end I was found not guilty, and charges dropped. I didn't even have to go on the stand, she made sure the cop knew he had no chance to win the case. Lauren Milks is the best, I truly recommend her, and once you do you will see why I am so confident to say she is worth every penny, she will fight for your case untill the very last second. Wish I had her for my DUI case.

Lauren Milks

Replied last February 02, 2018

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. I wish you the very best, and I am so glad we were able to get the charge dismissed.

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Lauren Kristen Milks's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Rafferty

Litigation lawyer | Sep 11

Relationship: Co-worker

"Lauren is beloved by her clients as well as her co-workers for her sharp intellect and keen eye for detail others could easily miss. Clients ask for Lauren because they know she treats every case like its her most important."

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Irene Levy

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Lauren as a criminal defense attorney. She is very knowledgeable and truly cares about her clients. I have referred many clients to Lauren for criminal issues."

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Rami Bishay

Criminal defense lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have referred many clients that needed a criminal defense attorney to Lauren. The feedback from them was always very positive. The results that Lauren was able to achieve for my client's were exceptional. I fully endorse and confidently endorse this attorney."

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Renee Royer

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"As a former prosecutor, Lauren Dentone Milks is experienced and knowledgeable ​in the area of criminal defense. She takes strategic and efficient approaches to defense. She is technical in her work. I would not hesitate to refer her clients, use or consult her services for advice from DUI and traffic to more serious felony offenses."

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Daniel Maisano

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Lauren is an incredibly thorough and competent attorney with much criminal experience. You're in good hands with Lauren as your advocate."

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Helen Mountain

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lauren is a hard working and determined attorney who really cares about her clients and is dedicated to getting positive results for them."

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Charles Gaza

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have worked with Lauren in both the District Attorney's Office and as a defense attorney. Lauren is talented and conscientious attorney who will work hard for her clients. She is providing great criminal defense representation in Southeastern PA."

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Colleen Hughes

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Co-worker

"I worked with Lauren Milks for several years. She is a highly professional and conscientious lawyer. Her attention to detail is outstanding. She works very hard for her clients, and obtains satisfactory results."

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C. Norcini

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have had the opportunity to work with Lauren on a number of criminal matters. I have always found her to be extremely conscientious, knowledgeable, hardworking and professional. It is for these reasons that I wholeheartedly give this endorsement of Lauren."

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Rami Bishay

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Experience

Rating:  8.7 (Excellent)

Honors

2007

Law Related: Academic Achievement in Assessing Organized Crime, Widener University School of Law

2007

Law Related: Intensive Trial Advocacy Program, Widener University School of Law

2004

Phi Sigma Iota, Hamilton College

2004

Dr. Edward Fitch Award, Hamilton College

Work Experience

2018 - Present

Partner, Latoison Law

2016 - Present

Owner, Milks Law LLC

2013 - 2016

Adjunct Professor, Rosemont College

2010 - 2013

Trial Attorney, Lamb McErlane, PC

2006 - 2010

Assistant District Attorney, Chester County District Attorneys Officer

Associations

2016 - Present

American Association of Premier DUI Attorneys

Member

2013 - Present

Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2007 - Present

Chester County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Simple Assault & Child Endangerment

Misdemeanor Charges Withdrawn

Protection From Abuse

Case Dismissed

Underage Drinking

Not Guilty

Underage Drinking

Not Guilty

Third Offense DUI

Dimissed

Felony Drug & Gun Charge

Dropped to simple possession

DUI

Pled to Lesser Charge

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Education

2012

Leadership Chester County

Non Profit Board Governance

2007

Widener University School of Law

JD

2004

Hamilton College

BA - Cum Laude

2000

Cold Spring Harbor High School

Speaking Engagements

2014

Advanced Criminology Course

Forensic Psychology and Jury Selection

2014

Advanced Criminology

Law: Criminology & Sociology

2012

Ethics and the Law

Ethics and the Law

Publications

2011

Right To Know Law Municipal Law Alert

Languages

English

Activity

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